Code of Ethics

The purpose of the CCI Code of Ethics is to acknowledge the Applicant’s, Candidate’s and Registrant’s acceptance
of the responsibility and trust conferred upon it by the organization and to acknowledge that earning a CCI
credential is a privilege that must be earned and maintained. The delivery of safe, competent and ethical patient
care is a responsibility of the highest order. This document sets forth the Code of Ethics to be adhered to by
credentialed cardiovascular technologists awarded the CCI credentials:

Advanced Cardiac Sonographer (ACS)

Certified Cardiographic Technician (CCT)

Certified Rhythm Analysis Technician (CRAT)

Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonographer (RCCS)

Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES)

Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS)

Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS)

Registered Phlebology Sonographer (RPhS)

Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS).

All credentialed cardiovascular technologists awarded a CCI designation shall, in their professional activities, sustain and advance the integrity and honor of the profession by adhering to this Code of Ethics.
Applicants, Candidates and Registrants who intentionally or knowingly violate any provision of the Code
of Ethics will be subject to action by a peer review panel, which may result in revocation of the
certification.

As a credentialed cardiovascular technologist / technician or Applicant / Candidate of CCI Examinations, I
will place the safety, health and protection of the patient above all other interests.

As a credentialed cardiovascular technologist / technician or Applicant / Candidate of CCI Examinations, I
will demonstrate and maintain professional competence in all aspects of patient care and within the
scope of practice as defined by my employer.

As a credentialed cardiovascular technologist / technician or Applicant / Candidate of CCI Examinations, I
will represent my credential(s) accurately, honestly, and will not attempt to maintain CCI credentials by
fraud, deception or artifice.

As a credentialed cardiovascular technologist / technician or Applicant / Candidate of CCI Examinations, I
will not knowingly assist another person or persons in obtaining or attempting to obtain or maintain CCI
credentials by fraud, deception or artifice.

As a credentialed cardiovascular technologist / technician or Applicant / Candidate of CCI Examinations, I
will uphold professional standards by adhering to defined technical protocols and diagnostic criteria
established by peer review.

As a credentialed cardiovascular technologist / technician or Applicant / Candidate of CCI Examinations, I
will represent my qualifications honestly and provide only those services for which I am qualified to
perform.

As a credentialed cardiovascular technologist / technician or Applicant / Candidate of CCI Examinations, I
will defend and protect the patient’s right to privacy and confidentiality, unless required to disclose such
information by law.

As a credentialed cardiovascular technologist / technician or Applicant / Candidate of CCI Examinations, I
will consistently maintain and improve professional competence through regular assessment of skills,
continuing education, experience and professional training.

As a credentialed cardiovascular technologist / technician or Applicant / Candidate of CCI Examinations, I
will accept responsibility for maintaining the credential by meeting renewal requirements and remaining
in good standing with CCI.

As a credentialed cardiovascular technologist / technician or Applicant / Candidate of CCI Examinations, I
will voluntarily report any criminal behavior resulting in a conviction of a misdemeanor or felony.

As a credentialed cardiovascular technologist / technician or Applicant / Candidate of CCI Examinations, I
will avoid deceptive acts which misrepresent my academic or professional qualifications.

As a credentialed cardiovascular technologist / technician or Applicant / Candidate of CCI Examinations, I
will avoid compromise of professional judgment by conflicts of interest.

As a credentialed cardiovascular technologist / technician or Applicant / Candidate of CCI Examinations, I
will engage only in legal arrangements and practices in the health-care field.

As a credentialed cardiovascular technologist / technician or Applicant / Candidate of CCI Examinations, I
will act in a manner free of bias with regard to religion, ethnicity, gender, age, national origin, disability,
social or economic status.

As a credentialed cardiovascular technologist / technician or Applicant / Candidate of CCI Examinations, I
understand that the certificate, logo and marks are the property of CCI and I will not misrepresent or
inappropriately use the property of CCI. I agree to return the wallet card and certificate of my
credentialing, upon request, to the CCI Board of Trustees.

As a credentialed cardiovascular technologist / technician or Applicant / Candidate of CCI Examinations, I
will act in a professional manner in my correspondence and interaction with the CCI National Office.

As a credentialed cardiovascular technologist / technician or Applicant / Candidate of CCI Examinations, I
will uphold and follow all policies and procedures required by the CCI to remain in good standing, and I
will abide by CCI’s Code of Ethics.

As a CCI credential holder, candidate of CCI examinations, or applicant of CCI examinations, I shall inform
CCI of any matters in the past, present, or future that may affect my capability fulfill the requirements to
maintain my credential and/or comply with CCI's Code of Ethics.